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Off Book: The Improvised Musical

It takes years for a Broadway musical to hit the stage, but on OFF BOOK: The Improvised Musical, you get a brand new original musical every week! Each episode, Jessica McKenna, Zach Reino and a special guest create a new musical on the spot. Accompanied by Scott Passarella, King of Pianists, Pianist of Kings.

Tracks

292. Into the Thick of It (with the FamBand)
We're back! We're Inside! We're into the thick of it! We're just some hot pirates, summoning the devil, smashing pills, and breaking it off before things get too weird in season 7. We're pretty sure this will all make sense once you listen. But most of all, we're thankful to YOU, dear listener, for sharing this rainy cozy crazy time with us.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
66:14 23/03/2023
291. Every Place I Cry LIVE @ Permanent Records
The following was recorded live at Permanent Records in Los Angeles on March 9th 2023. Every Place I Cry is an improvised Emo Concert where Zach and Jess (and the FamBand) are joined by Ross Bryant, and Nick Mandernach to form everyone's favorite four lead singer Emo band. Video of this show will be available soon to members of OffBookClubhouse.com. Big thanks to the Wolves of Glendale for letting us open for you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
42:25 14/03/2023
290. The Podcast about a Ride about a TV Show about YOU (with Tony Rodriguez)
Get your early admission tickets because you're gonna want to experience all the incredible attractions this episode has to offer, ESPECIALLY the incredible, hilarious, joy machine that is Tony Rodriguez! Join us on a trip to one of the most conceptually confusing theme parks in existence, and don't forget to be on the lookout for crossover characters from other podcasts, and also God, who's friend is a little chicken. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
58:54 07/03/2023
289. Opening Credits Cast Lip Sync (with the FamBand)
This episode COULD have been called "Goo4Brains2: Two-ee Gooey Zany Brainys" but we DIDN'T call it that. Stop calling it that, it's not the episode name. Listen as we slowly burn away pathways in our brain that we'll never get back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
50:55 28/02/2023
288. A Dream Deferred: Sorry Not Sorry - Part Two Disk Deux (with Vic Michaelis)
Yes, the title makes perfect sense and no, we won't explain it here. Our guest this week is the hilarious and wonderful Vic Michaelis, who joins us for story of extremely linear travel, star studded advertisements, whirlwind romances, politics, and eyelash wishes. Enjoy it when you're on tarmac waiting for a child to get soup, or really anywhere! We won't tell you how to live!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
64:04 21/02/2023
287. Small Horse, Superbowl, Sandstorm (w/ the Famband)
When Dana's away the band will play... without drums. But the rest of the gang is here to talk about ponies, memory, Superbowl commercials, the difference between wolves and roosters, and how someday the earth will be covered in sand. We're still between studios so no video yet, so just picture this one in the theater of YOUR MIND!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
55:04 14/02/2023
286. Game Night! (with Laser the Boy)
It's game night on Off Book, and the incredible Laser the Boy returns for a tale of board games, mind games, and a certain Frenchman. This episode is in no way affiliated with the Jason Bateman Rachel McAdams film "Game Night," but that movie is very good. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
59:05 07/02/2023
285. Magic Horse! (With the FamBand and Zach Marsh)
It's a FamBand with incredible guest pianist Zach Marsh! Learn the secrets of the magic horse, fern gully, and how to write a song that doesn't repeat. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:27 31/01/2023
284. LIVE at SF Sketchfest 2023 Spider-Man Enter the Witchaverse
This episode of Off Book was recorded live at San Fransisco Sketchfest in January of 2023 at the Great Star Theater. It's not the first time Spider-Man has appeared in our show, and every time we don't get sued it increases the likelihood that it won't be the last. Thank you everyone who came out to see our faces with your faces. Enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
68:52 24/01/2023
283. All Black Everything (with Ross Bryant)
The king himself (Ross Bryant) is back for a tale of teens who wear all black for for different reasons! Also the color guard. Also one kid who's maybe too into banjo? It will make sense when you hear it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
54:08 17/01/2023
282. Play it Forward! (with Zach and Jess)
Happy New Year! We're back with a tale of folding, fountains, shredding, and betting. Also, we solve the mystery of "How many notes there are". We could give more of a synopsis but it's better if you just listen to the episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
51:54 10/01/2023
281. LIVE at the Bourbon Room Los Angeles
This performance of Off Book The Improvised Musical Podcast was recorded live at the Bourbon Room in Los Angeles on October 2nd 2022. Keys – Zach Marsh, Guitar – Brett Morri, Drums – Dana Wickens See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
81:06 27/12/2022
280. Teen Christmas! (with Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker)
It's the most wonderful time of the year, because we're joined once again by the incredible Paul F. Tompkins and Nicole Parker for our annual Christmas spectacular* (*Spectacular nonsense)! This year is a tale of teens, tricks, twists, and of course, good will to men (one very famous man in particular.) Come for the hilarious musical, stay for us loosing our minds over the 12 days of Christmas. Happy Holidays everyone, see you in the new year! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
61:33 20/12/2022
279. A Very Wolves of Glendale Hanukkah! (with Wolves of Glendale)
The Wolves of Glendale are back to help us kick off the holidays in the most normal way possible that will definitely not get us sued by N*tflix. Ethan Edenburg, Eric Jackowitz and Tom McGovern join us on a classic Hanukkah journey filled with elephants, low stakes action sequences, and of course...shrimp. It's 2:30 somewhere friends, so buckle up!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
53:44 13/12/2022
278. And Then There Were Four (with 2/3 of the FamBand)
We don't have Scott this week, but we DO have the rest of us and Zach's living room, and songs about Gods and trains and a story about how Brett met his least favorite guitarist. Chug a chooooooo!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
48:01 15/11/2022
277. Wine from the Hospital Floor (with Addie Weyrich)
I'm gonna get straight to the point, this one is a sexy hospital drama that also has magic, and some of the best character names in the history of fiction. It ALSO has one of the best guests in the history of podcasts, the hilarious Addie Weyrich. Grab your scrubs make sure you know where your brain is. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
48:58 08/11/2022
276. Suzuki Q Cord Enters the Chat (with the FamBand)
Brett has a new toy (instrument?) that HEAVILY implies he's trying to kick everyone else out of the band. And you know what? He just might succeed... Happy November 1st everyone! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
58:53 01/11/2022
275. This Book Only Happens When You Read It (with Rashawn Scott)
It's spooky season! But also, it's legend season because the LEGENDARY Rashawn Scott joins us for a tale of three kids stuck in a bizarro version of their school. BUT WHY!? AND HOW!? We don't wanna spoil this one so you'll just have to be brave enough to dive in for yourself....IF YOU DARE!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
57:53 25/10/2022
274. Cornman (with the FamBand)
Would it surprise you to learn the this episode has multiple songs about animals, and another about someone called Cornman? If it does, welcome to this show for the very first time! This is a a FamBand episode which means we hang out with our incredible band and sing about whatever we want, which apparently is always animals and fake superheros. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
57:23 18/10/2022
273. Highland Games and Names (with Edgar Blackmon)
There are many kinds of giants; forrest giants, lava giants, little giants. Our guest Edgar Blackmon happens to be a talent giant. Join our heroes on an adventure filled with nature preservation, throwing stuff, and of course, a big big bird. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
55:18 11/10/2022
272. Come On, Come On, Be Friends with My Mom (with The FamBand)
If your podcasts aren't championing your parents social lives, providing chill beats to study to, dissecting the origins of Barbie and Ken, and revealing hard truths about our founding fathers, then you need to demand more of your podcasts. It's just the famband on this one, so buckle up 'cause we are not turning this car around no matter what. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
45:58 04/10/2022
271. Kisses To My Critics (with Tim Murray)
We don't GET mice, but maybe by the end of this episode we will. The Incredible Tim Murray is back to grace us (and you) with his beautiful voice, and his encyclopedic knowledge of witches. This one has got mice, birds, white weasels, scientists, and once thousand references to a certain musical about France. AhhAAAhAAAAhAHHHHHHH!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
51:53 27/09/2022
270. PMS: Perpetual Mischief Season (With Gilli Nissim)
Oooooh friends have we got one for you. This week the hilarious Gilli Nissim joins us in a brand new musical full of complex pranks, terrible corporate mascots, and a surefire strategy for befriending the coolest person in the office. Kick off your skates and enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
59:48 20/09/2022
269. Enter the Tortoise (with the Famband)
Look, a lot happens in this episode but all you really need to know is that there's a tortoise. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
56:32 13/09/2022
268. Staples: We Got That! (With Beth Appel)
WE DID IT* AGAIN (*Had a great time making up a musical with an incredible guest!) This week the hilarious Beth Appel returns to the pod for a tale of co-workers attempting to maintain a friendship post work, proper axe body spray technique, and the promiscuous lifestyle of the rich couple that lives up in the mountains. This one's probably not for kids, but also don't let us tell you how to live your life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
58:32 06/09/2022
267. Shrimp Priest (Famband with Wolves of Glendale)
Awoo2you! Wolves of Glendale (Ethan Edenburg, Eric Jackowitz, and Tom McGovern) are back for a very special FamBand episode! Learn secret menu items at the P. F. Changs, must have wedding tips, must avoid cat purchases, and so much more. Stop reading this and listen already! #TheMaskStaysOnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
55:44 30/08/2022
266. LIVE at Pickathon!
This episode was recorded live at Pickathon music festival outside of Portland Oregon! Zach, Jess, Scott, and incredible guest drummer Eric Kalver answer the age old question, "What is appropriate festival wear for a festival?" and also "What is a clown festival?" Put on your rompers, grab a funnel cake, and definitely don't give anything to that guy in the parking lot. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
41:26 23/08/2022
265. Frozen in Time Lake (With Wolves of Glendale)
Tell the pigs to finish building their houses, because our guests this week are the incredible comedy band Wolves of Glendale! Ethan Edenburg, Eric Jackowitz (also guesting on sticks), and Tom McGovern join us for a classic tale of five best friends spending their summer in a temporary temporal anomaly and eating tootsie rolls. How many of them are scientists? Will they remember their names? Who hasn't seen Hook?! Tune in to find out!Thank you to guest engineer Aaron Brungardt and All Things Comedy for letting us borrow your studio. Video of this episode available at offbookclubouse.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
63:33 16/08/2022
264. More Sports (With Niccole Thurman)
It's the matchup (show) up you've all been waiting for! This week Zach and Jess are joined by the incredible and hilarious Niccole Thurman as they dive deep into the most accurate depiction of basketball podcasting has ever seen. Buckle up and watch out for elbows!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
52:19 09/08/2022
263. Fear the Ocean (With Mary Lou)
The ocean is a dangerous force to be feared, and the only person brave enough to improvise a musical about it with us is this week's guest! We are joined by the hilarious and talented Mary Lou for Fear the Ocean, a seafaring voyage filled with nautical lore, salad dressing, unexpected boys, and turtles all the way up. Join us as we search for the heart of the ocean, and drink for the first time! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
64:23 02/08/2022